Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

Hostel within easy reach of The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo

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Economy Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Nestled near the Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo, Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel offers a serene escape. Tee off on the 9 holes of golf, relax in the garden or unwind on the sun-kissed terrace while enjoying free WiFi and multilingual staff.
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Ski facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet-friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Ski storage
  • Ski passes
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Communal living room
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on-site
  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • BBQ(s)

Room options

Showing 10 of 10 rooms
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory (Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dorm)

Highlights

2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
Shared Dormitory (Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shared Dormitory (Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shared Dormitory (Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shared Dormitory (Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory (Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm)

Highlights

2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Private Bathroom

Excellent

Highlights

Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Pet friendly
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Economy Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Economy Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Economy Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Economy Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Pet friendly
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Very good

Highlights

2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Pet friendly
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Exceptional

Highlights

2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Pet friendly
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Exceptional

Highlights

2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Beds
Classic Quadruple Room, Garden View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Classic Quadruple Room, Garden View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Classic Quadruple Room, Garden View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Classic Quadruple Room, Garden View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Quadruple Room, Garden View

Highlights

2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 10 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
11 Aorangi Crescent, Lake Tekapo, 7945

What's nearby

  • Dark Sky Project - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sheepdog Statue - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Tekapo Springs - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 164 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Greedy Cow - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Better Batter - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Blue Lake Eatery & Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jack Rabbit - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ramen Tekapo - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Tekapo Springs and Lake Tekapo. Guests can enjoy the outdoor tennis courts, and hiking/biking trails, kayaking and mountain biking are nearby. A snack bar/deli, a terrace and a garden are other highlights.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 16 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 11:30 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 30 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls and off-lead area available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Playground
  • Fireplace guard

What to do

  • Ski passes
  • Basketball
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Hot springs nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike storage
  • Golf cart on-site
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Communal living room
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Bike parking
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils

More

  • LED light bulbs
  • Composting
  • Recycling

Fee & policy details

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 15 per pet, per stay

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Tailor Made Tekapo Backpackers Hostel
Tailor Made Backpackers Hostel
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Tailor Made Tekapo Backpackers Hotstel
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Tailor Made Tekapo Backpackers
Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel Lake Tekapo
Tailor Made Tekapo Accommodation Guesthouse Hostel
Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 30 kg per pet. There's a charge of NZD 15 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas and food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel and nearby?

Practise your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes basketball. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel like?

Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel is a short 8-minute walk from Dark Sky Project and 14 minutes' walk from Church of the Good Shepherd.

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